Aviation English
Flight Phase

Qu'est-ce que Aérofrein ?

Aérofrein A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “Aérofrein” Used in Practice?

Pilote surveillance : 'Aérofrein déployé.' Le pilote surveille le taux de descente et rentre les aérofreins si nécessaire.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

Descente au ralentiDescendez àPoursuivez la descentePlan de descente

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Qu'est-ce que Aérofrein ?

A flight control surface deployed by pilots to increase drag and reduce airspeed or descent rate, especially during descent and approach phases.

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